Broderbund Software introduces the earliest versions of Doug Smith’s computer game Lode Runner, including the Apple II version. Inspired by the obscure arcade game Space Panic, Lode Runner gives players a weapon that digs rather than directly disabling enemies. A game franchise spanning multiple platforms and decades is spawned. 
Broderbund Software introduces the earliest versions of Doug Smith’s computer game Lode Runner, including the Atari Home Computer version. Inspired by the obscure arcade game Space Panic, Lode Runner gives players a weapon that digs rather than directly disabling enemies. A game franchise spanning multiple platforms and decades is spawned.